Deepawali is a major festival of Hinduism. Deepawali has a special significance in Hinduism. The festival of Deepawali, which lasts for about 5 days from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj, is celebrated in many countries of the world including India and Nepal. Deepawali is also known as Deep Utsav. Because Deepawali means the row of lamps. The festival of Diwali signifies the victory of light over darkness. Apart from Hinduism, followers of Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism also celebrate Diwali. In Jainism , Diwali is celebrated as the Salvation Day of Lord Mahavira. At the same time, in the Sikh community, it is celebrated as Bandi Chhor Diwas.
1. Goddess Lakshmi should be worshiped in Pradosh Kaal ( three muhurats after sunset). It is considered best to worship in the stable ascendant during Pradosh Kaal. During this time, when Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius rise in the ascendant, then Goddess Lakshmi should be worshiped. Because these four zodiac signs are of stable nature. It is believed that if worshiped at the time of stable lagna, then Mother Lakshmi stays in the house in part form.
2. Worship is also important during the Mahanishith period, but this time is more suitable for tantrics, pandits and seekers. In this period, there is a law to worship Mother Kali. Apart from this, those people can also worship at this time, who have an understanding about the Mahanishith period.
- Lakshmi Puja Muhurat :
- From 18:54:52 to 20:16:07
- Duration :
- 1 hour 21 minutes
- Pradosh Kaal :
- From 17:43:11 to 20:16:07
- Vrishab Kaal :
- From 18:54:52 to 20:50:43
- Lakshmi Puja Muhurat :
- From 23:40:02 to 24:31:00
- Duration :
- 0 hours 50 minutes
- Mahanishith Kaal:
- From 23:40:02 to 24:31:00
- Simh Kaal :
- From 25:26:25 to 27:44:05
- Diwali Shubh Choghadiya Muhurat
- Evening Muhurat (Amrit, Chalo):
- From 17:29:35 to 19:18:46
- Ratri Muhurat (Benefits):
- From 22:29:56 to 24:05:31
- Ratri Muhurat (Auspicious, Amrit, Chal):
- From 25:41:06 to 30:27:51
Lakshmi Puja Rituals on Diwali
There is a special law of Lakshmi Puja on Deepawali. On this day , Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Saraswati are worshiped and worshiped in the auspicious time in the evening and night. On the dark night of Kartik Amavasya, I myself come to the land in the form of Paramshakti Mahalakshmi and roam in every house. During this time, the house which is clean and light in every way, they stay in part, so on Deepawali, clean and worship with law. By doing this, Mata Mahalakshmi has special grace. Along with Lakshmi Puja, Kuber Puja is also performed. These things should be taken care of during worship.
1. On the day of Deepawali , before Lakshmi Pujan, clean the house and spray Ganga water for purification and purity of the environment in the entire house. Also, make a series of rangolis and diyas at the door of the house.
2. Place a chowki at the place of worship and lay a red cloth and place an idol of Lakshmi ji and Ganesh ji on it or put a picture of Lakshmi ji on the wall. Place an urn filled with water near the outpost.
3. Apply tilak on the idol of Mata Lakshmi and Ganesha and light a lamp and offer water, mauli, rice, fruits, jaggery, turmeric, abir-gulal etc. Praise Mahalakshmi.
4. Along with this, worship Goddess Saraswati, Mother Kali, and Kuber Dev with law.
5. Mahalakshmi Pujan should be done by the whole family together.
6. After Mahalakshmi Pujan, worship the vault, ledger and business equipment.
7. After worship, give sweets and dakshina to the needy people according to reverence and strength.
1. On the day of Kartik Amavasya i.e. Deepawali, one should take a bath after massaging oil on the body in the morning. It is believed that doing so does not cause loss of money.
2. Worship ancestors on Deepawali and offer incense and bhog. At the time of Pradosh Kaal, hold a meteor in your hand and show the way to the ancestors. Here meteor means to show the way to the ancestors in the light of fire by lighting a lamp or by other means. By doing this , the soul of the ancestors attains peace and salvation.
Astrology Significance of Deepawali
Every festival has astrological significance in Hinduism. It is believed that the direction of the planets and special yoga on various festivals and festivals are auspicious for the human community. In Hindu society, the time of Deepawali is considered very auspicious for the start of any work and the purchase of any item. Astrology is the importance behind this idea. In fact, around Deepawali, the Sun and Moon are located in Swati Nakshatra in Libra. This position of sun and moon is auspicious and gives excellent results. Libra is a balanced zodiac sign. This amount represents justice and illiteracy. Venus, the lord of Libra, is the factor of harmony, brotherhood, mutual harmony and respect. Due to these qualities, the placement of both sun and moon in Libra is a pleasant and auspicious coincidence.